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Motivation through Purpose and Wealth
28:10 - 34:49 (06:39)
People are willing to go through tough times for a long time when they have a bigger purpose, like giving away wealth to those in need. However, the means justify the ends, and if you mistreat people in the process, the giving away of wealth may not be worth it.
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The transcript discusses how a software consultant started a business in the late 80s, helping companies choose and install software, eventually leading him to become a billionaire after 7 years.
28:10 - 29:46 (01:36)
Summary
The transcript discusses how a software consultant started a business in the late 80s, helping companies choose and install software, eventually leading him to become a billionaire after 7 years.
ChapterMotivation through Purpose and Wealth
EpisodeSPECIAL: A Breakdown On Why Most Startups Take Longer Than You Think To Build (with examples)
PodcastMy First Million
Mark Cuban explains that his motivation for working long hours was not simply to be a workaholic, but rather to solve problems and be intellectually challenged.
29:46 - 30:47 (01:00)
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Mark Cuban explains that his motivation for working long hours was not simply to be a workaholic, but rather to solve problems and be intellectually challenged.
ChapterMotivation through Purpose and Wealth
EpisodeSPECIAL: A Breakdown On Why Most Startups Take Longer Than You Think To Build (with examples)
PodcastMy First Million
Discover how having a bigger purpose and enjoying the act of going through hard work can motivate you to continue pursuing your passion throughout long periods of time.
30:47 - 32:19 (01:32)
Summary
Discover how having a bigger purpose and enjoying the act of going through hard work can motivate you to continue pursuing your passion throughout long periods of time.
ChapterMotivation through Purpose and Wealth
EpisodeSPECIAL: A Breakdown On Why Most Startups Take Longer Than You Think To Build (with examples)
PodcastMy First Million
The speaker discusses the idea of accumulating wealth to donate to those in need and whether it is worth it if you treat people poorly in the process.
32:19 - 34:12 (01:52)
Summary
The speaker discusses the idea of accumulating wealth to donate to those in need and whether it is worth it if you treat people poorly in the process.
ChapterMotivation through Purpose and Wealth
EpisodeSPECIAL: A Breakdown On Why Most Startups Take Longer Than You Think To Build (with examples)
PodcastMy First Million
Chamath Palihapitiya is a successful venture capitalist and founder of Social Capital who has made bold moves to increase his wealth and deploy it according to his own mission.
34:12 - 34:49 (00:37)
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Chamath Palihapitiya is a successful venture capitalist and founder of Social Capital who has made bold moves to increase his wealth and deploy it according to his own mission.